THE KING’S Shropshire representative has pledged support for a charity in the county.

Lord-Lieutenant Anna Turner has become a patron of the Shropshire Community Foundation, set up almost a year ago to channel funds from individuals, businesses and authorities to tackle community problems within the areas of highest need.

Ms Turner has been Lord-Lieutenant since 2019 and is the first female to take up the role in Shropshire, representing the King at events across the county, as well as being responsible for welcoming members of the Royal Family during official visits.

Now as patron of the Foundation, she will promote their aims of securing and maximising the impact of funding received, ensuring donations reach the communities where they can make the biggest difference.

She said: “My role is all about celebrating the very best Shropshire has to offer, as well as recognising how we can collectively support communities and the people within them.

“I’m honoured to be asked to become patron of the Shropshire Community Foundation, and I’ll be taking every opportunity to connect them with organisations and individuals across the county who are seeking to make a real difference.”

Shropshire Community Foundation chair Selina Graham said: “Anna has worked tirelessly to promote Shropshire even before her time as Lord-Lieutenant began, and she’s a fantastic asset to the county, highly respected and with an extensive network of connections.

“It will be great for her to be able to share the work we undertake as part of the Foundation with that network, enabling us to spread the message among individuals and businesses that we are here and well placed to assist those looking to make donations and maximise their impact, as well as those looking for assistance.”

Since the foundation was launched by a group of trustees and an independent investment committee with support from a team of volunteers, it has been working with businesses with corporate social responsibility who want to make a positive impact in the county, philanthropic individuals looking to donate or leave a legacy gift in their will, and existing charitable organisations looking for support to distribute their funds.